Republic of Gamers devotees have been pleased with yet another addition to Ares series of graphics cards – the Asus ROG Ares III. It is a new powerful model based on two AMD Radeon R9 290X (Hawaii XT) GPUs, each of which cooperates with 4 GB of GDDR5 memory. At its core, this is a modified version of AMD Radeon R9 295X2 videocard, although with some perceptible changes. Potential customers will receive AMD Radeon Gold Reward warrant and a flash-memory card (8 GB) as an additional bonus. It’s worth of acquiring, isn’t it?

Century Japan is planning to launch in home market its new external data storage system stipulated for the installation of four hard drives. Codenamed CRCH35U3IS, this storage features 260x130x185 mm dimensions. It is able to accommodate 3.5-inch, as well as 2.5-inch drives with dedicated adapters, which support SATA 3 6 Gb/sec interface. The storage is connected to the PC with the help of high-speed USB 3.0 port.

The availability of four switches on the frontal plate of the casing is thought to be a basic distinctive feature of Century CRCH35U3IS system. Those switches allow the customers to monitor the power supply for each drive independently.

The storage receives power from a built-in power supply unit, while the ventilation activity is secured by a fan, located on the rear part within the casing. It is controlled by means of PWM technology and a special thermal sensor that enables forced activation and deactivation of rotational process.

Asus has made an official announcement about the replenishment of its graphics cards ROG Matrix series. According to the voiced information, the new products will amaze all potential customers by uncompromising performance and overclocking facilities. Codenamed Asus ROG Matrix HD 7990 GHz, the series is supplemented by both standard and Platinum Edition versions. By all appearances, this couple represents the most up-to-date developments and most efficient characteristics targeted at enthusiasts and gamers.

Graphics card Asus ROG Matrix HD 7970 GHz Platinum Edition employs a uniquely selected graphics processing unit which is capable to demonstrate up to 1100 MHz performance in Turbo Boost mode. Its nominal frequency equals to 1050 MHz. Unlike Platinum Edition, standard version shows traditional 1000 MHz (nominal clock frequency) and 1050 MHz while overclocking. It should be mentioned that working frequencies are the only discrepancies found in both cards.